Advice for those Newly Diagnosed: How to Handle the Medical Side...When someone receives a diagnosis of Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, the next question is typically: “Now what?” Learning how to best manage the symptoms of your diagnosis takes time...reactionscomments
UC flare and pain...I’ve been in a flare for a few months and steadily getting worse. I’ve had flared before which were luckily cured quickly by prednisone. This is different. My doctor put...reactions3repliesLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
Finding Hope In The Holidays This Season (Part 1)...For the whole world, this year has been something that nearly none of us have previously experienced. It’s given us a different view and perspective of what health is and...reactions2comments
A more natural source than strong medication for remission?...Hi all, I have been diagnosed with UC and currently under treatment with the NHS. They are planning to put me on biologics after being on a course of steroids...reactions4repliesTreatment
Banana and Cinnamon Overnight Oats...Overnight oats are a really simple breakfast that you prepare the day before so you can just grab and go in the morning! There are so many variations online, but...reactionscomments
Part 2: Has Crohn’s Disease Robbed Us From Starting a Family Naturally?...Quick Recap Welcome back! The last time we were here, I began to unravel the story of turning 39, my geriatric womb, and opening a Pandora’s Box. I also discussed...reactions4comments
Any experience with getting rid of sores on Nose?...Apparent symptom of Crohn's (which has been problematic for over 60 years !) Have a question? Ask it here!...reactions1replySymptoms
Do you feel exercise provides benefits for people with IBD?...Hi All, My partner and I both suffer with IBD, him with Colitis and myself with Crohn's and both have completely different symptoms, however we have both found that exercise...reactionsrepliesLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
A New Diagnosis of Crohn's or UC: Advice From Others...Receiving the news of a digestive disorder can seem like, well, a punch in the gut. It can feel overwhelming to think about what comes next. The good news is...reactions1comment
Dealing with Recurring Bouts of Low Iron...Hi everyone! I'm new to the site and so happy to be here! I was diagnosed with UC about 2 years ago and am currently on Humira. One thing that...reactions3repliesLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
Balsamic Chicken Lettuce Wraps...These wraps are perfect for lunch or dinner and are great to make ahead and then just assemble when you want to eat them. I also enjoy these when going on...reactionscomments
Diagnosed for a year and still have no clue...Although I have been diagnosed for over a year now I still have no idea what to do during bad flare ups :( When I have a flare up I...reactions3repliesLiving with Ulcerative Colitis
Has Crohn’s Disease Robbed Us From Starting a Family Naturally?...During my first in-person appointment in over seven months, I asked my PCP about seeing a reproductive endocrinologist. You know, to dot the i’s and cross the t’s. She flat-out...reactions3comments
Crohn's Disease Fatigue...I can feel it coming, a mile away. It starts slow, a nagging reminder in my back and up through my neck that I'm pushing too hard. That my body...reactions42comments
Almost diagnosed! But here's my story...I'm 33, and I started getting really sick when I was fifteen. First, I would wake up in the middle of the night in tremendous pain in my stomach (now...reactions2repliesLiving with Crohn's DiseaseNewly Diagnosed
Crohn's vs. Your Dreams...It’s hard when you watch time pass you by while you are incapacitated and feeling sick in bed from a Crohn’s flare. These last couple of months have been hard...reactions6comments
Is Cimzia a good medication for Crohn's?...What side effects (short-term and long-term) of using Cimzia do people experience? Have a question? Ask it here!...reactions3repliesTreatment
Flare and advice about next steps...Hi everyone, I was diagnosed with Crohns 14 years ago when I was 17... I had a tough few years on steroids which didn’t help me and then went on...reactions2repliesFlare-UpsLiving with Crohn's Disease
Has anyone had success using Prilosec AC (active ingredient omeprazole) for IBD?...Has anyone had success using Prilosec AC (active ingredient omeprazole) for IBD? I ask because it seems to help for me. Tried to do some research, but could not find...reactions4repliesTreatment
